Vineland Adaptive Behavior Scale Scores as a Function of Age and Initial IQ in 210 Autistic Children.

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Title: Vineland Adaptive Behavior Scale Scores as a Function of Age and Initial IQ in 210 Autistic Children.
Language: English
Authors: Freeman, B. J., Del'Homme, M., Guthrie, D., Zhang, F.
Source: Journal of Autism and Developmental Disorders. Oct 1999 29(5):379-384.
Peer Reviewed: Y
Page Count: 6
Publication Date: 1999
Document Type: Journal Articles
Reports - Research
Descriptors: Adaptive Behavior (of Disabled), Adolescents, Age Differences, Autism, Children, Communication Skills, Daily Living Skills, Intelligence Quotient, Interpersonal Competence
Assessment and Survey Identifiers: Vineland Adaptive Behavior Scales
ISSN: 0162-3257
Abstract: This study examined how Vineland Adaptive Behavior Scale scores changed in individuals with autism as a function of age and initial IQ. Results revealed that subjects (N=440) improved with age in all domains. The rate of growth on Communication and Daily Living Skills sub-tests was related to initial IQ while rate of growth in Social Skills was not. (Author)
Entry Date: 2000
Accession Number: EJ599228
Database: ERIC
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Abstract:This study examined how Vineland Adaptive Behavior Scale scores changed in individuals with autism as a function of age and initial IQ. Results revealed that subjects (N=440) improved with age in all domains. The rate of growth on Communication and Daily Living Skills sub-tests was related to initial IQ while rate of growth in Social Skills was not. (Author)
ISSN:0162-3257